caring recyled nylon
caring for your melon bag
Handcrafted in India by skilled makers who put real care into every stitch, your Melon bag has lived a past life. What was once a discarded fishing net, an old carpet, or scraps of industrial fabric waste has been reborn as something you'll carry every single day.
Kind of beautiful, when you think about it. 🍈
no two melons are alike
Our recycled nylon is rescued from oceans, landfills, and factory floors, then cleaned, processed, and given a whole new life. That history is baked right into the fabric — which is exactly why every bag is one of a kind.
We see the little quirks as raw character, not flaws. Here's what you might spot:
- natural markings in the material
- subtle differences in stripe alignment
- weave texture differences
- loose threads
- minor pulls or texture variation in the fabric
- slight variations in size or shape
- small holes under 5mm
Embrace them — no two Melons are the same.
keeping your bag happy
- your bag arrives flat — give it a gentle stuff and it'll spring right into shape
- spot clean with a slightly damp cloth
- keep it out of direct sunlight for long stretches, to avoid fading
- store it somewhere dry — avoid leaving it stuffed under heavy items or in damp spaces for long periods
- a faint smell on arrival is completely normal for recycled material and fades quickly with airing out
- stick to the bag's intended everyday-carry capacity — overloading can stress the handles over time
hardware & handles
Some of our designs feature metal hardware (like the top handle on our crossbody style) — keep it away from prolonged moisture to prevent tarnishing, and wipe dry if it gets wet.
one more thing
Colour can transfer onto light fabrics or surfaces, so give it a thought before you pair your bag with your favourite white jeans.